Afghan forces say they shot down a Pakistani fighter jet in Jalalabad and captured the pilot alive after he ejected with a parachute. Afghan authorities on Saturday said they had taken a Pakistani pilot into custody after a fighter jet went down in Jalalabad city, intensifying already high tensions between the two neighbouring countries. Pilot Captured AliveAfghan police spokesperson Tayeb Hammad stated that the Pakistani fighter jet was brought down by Afghan forces and that the pilot survived the crash. In response, Afghan forces have reportedly launched retaliatory actions along the border. The downing of a fighter jet and capture of a pilot marks a significant escalation in the confrontation, potentially complicating diplomatic efforts.

Source: dna February 28, 2026 07:28 UTC